Kauaʻi County Under Tropical Storm and Flood Watches as Hurricane Lowell Approaches

A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau as Category 4 Hurricane Lowell nears, bringing potential for 39-73 mph winds and 1-3 feet of storm surge within 48 hours. Additionally, a Flood Watch is in effect for all of Hawaii, with Kauaʻi County expecting 4-8 inches of rain, raising concerns for life-threatening flash flooding and mudslides. This situation presents significant risks to residents and infrastructure across the affected Hawaiian Islands.